Vehicle Technician
15 days ago
Halifax
Vehicle Technician • Hourly Rate: £17.01 – £19.27, • Location: Halifax, • Job Type: Full-time We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to deliver high-quality planned maintenance and responsive repairs across a diverse fleet, including HGVs, light commercial vehicles, cars, accessible buses, plant, and equipment. This role requires strong diagnostic skills, the ability to respond to breakdowns and emergencies, and a commitment to delivering a safe and customer-focused service. Day-to-day of the role: • Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of vehicles and equipment., • Provide prompt response to breakdowns and attend roadside incidents when required., • Perform MOT testing for Class IV, V, and VII vehicles and taxi compliance testing., • Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently in line with manufacturer guidelines., • Undertake inspections both within the depot and at external sites., • Maintain accurate service, inspection, and repair records., • Take enforcement action where vehicles fail compliance standards., • Support operational priorities, adapting to urgent and changing workloads., • Ensure high standards of health and safety at all times. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Nominated MOT Tester covering Class IV, V, and VII vehicles., • City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Technician qualification or NVQ Level 2 equivalent., • Proven experience servicing and repairing HGVs, light commercial vehicles, cars, and plant equipment., • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills., • Ability to work independently and manage workload under pressure., • Full UK driving licence (Category B, minimum 2 years). Desirable Skills: • LGV licences (C1/D1) or willingness to obtain., • Experience in taxi compliance / Hackney carriage testing., • Knowledge of electric and hybrid vehicle systems. Working Conditions: • Based at a designated workshop, with travel to other locations as required., • May include evening and weekend working., • Regular outdoor work, including attending breakdowns in all weather conditions., • Physical role requiring manual handling and site-based work. Additional Information: • Opportunity to develop through a career-graded structure., • Training and progression available, including EV/Hybrid qualifications., • Commitment to health & safety, customer service, and professional standards.